How breastfeeding myths affect mothers' motivation

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study at Acıbadem University in Istanbul will enroll mothers of infants aged 0–6 months who have breastfed at least once. Participants will complete questionnaires measuring belief in common breastfeeding myths, breastfeeding knowledge and attitudes, and their motivation and feeding practices. Researchers will analyze associations between endorsement of myths and measures of breastfeeding motivation and early cessation or introduction of other foods. No interventions are given and the study relies on self-reported data, excluding mothers with health conditions preventing breastfeeding or those exclusively formula-feeding.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Having an infant aged 0-6 months
* Having breastfed the baby at least once
* Voluntarily agreeing to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria:

* Having a physical or psychiatric health condition that prevents breastfeeding
* Having had a multiple (twin or more) pregnancy
* Exclusively formula-feeding the baby

Where it's running

• Acıbadem University
  Istanbul, Ataşehir, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Güzin Ünlü Suvari
• Email: guzin.unlu@acibadem.edu.tr
• Phone: +902165004429

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.